Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center will host a FREE Teddy Bear Clinic at its freestanding Emergency Room, ER at Desert's Edge. The event is designed to help children become more comfortable with medical settings in a fun and engaging way. The clinic will occur next Thursday, November 21, from 4:00pm to 6:00pm at ER at Desert's Edge located at 9075 Blue Diamond Rd. Las Vegas, NV 89178.
This family-friendly event is open to the public, but registration is required. Interested participants can register online,
The Teddy Bear Clinic provides children with a teddy bear, stethoscope, and goodie bag. Kids go through a series of "medical" stations. At these stations, kids can perform a check-up on their teddy bears, including listening to their hearts, checking their eyes and ears, and even applying a splint to a "broken" arm or leg. This hands-on experience aims to familiarize children with basic medical procedures in a non-threatening way, reducing the fear and anxiety that often accompany hospital visits.
"We're thrilled to offer this event as a fun and educational opportunity for children in our community," said Alexis Mussi, Chief Executive Officer of Southern Hills Hospital. "Our goal is to help children feel more comfortable in a hospital setting by making the experience enjoyable and interactive. By role-playing as doctors, they learn that hospitals are safe places where people go to get better."
In addition to the interactive stations, the event allows children to meet some of Southern Hills Hospital's friendly medical staff. The Teddy Bear Clinic is part of Southern Hills Hospital's ongoing commitment to community outreach and education, helping to build trust and comfort between our youngest community members and the healthcare providers who care for them.